The two automotive giants have signed an agreement to strengthen cooperation in the field of hydrogen technologies. Toyota and BMW they plan to introduce new models to the market cars passenger cars with fuel cell electric drive (FCEV). The new cars will use a jointly developed third-generation fuel cell system. BMW has announced that it intends to present its first series-produced FCEV model by 2028.
Hydrogen cars. BMW and Toyota reach agreement
– Thanks to our cooperation with Toyota, we will introduce a car to the market that will become a milestone in the history of the automotive industry. It will be the world's first mass-produced premium car with a fuel cell drive. This vehicle will show how technological progress shapes future mobility – emphasized Oliver Zipse, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG, quoted in the announcement.
The cooperation will also cover the commercial vehicle segment, from development to production, which is expected to result in lower costs. costs. Hydrogen drives are to be more accessible, which will help popularize hydrogen technology and hydrogen as an ecological fuel and energy carrier.
BMW and Toyota are betting on hydrogen
Toyota and BMW want to support the sustainable development of hydrogen supply by stimulating demand and cooperating with hydrogen producers on distribution infrastructure and stations refuelingto ensure reliable deliveries and reduce costs.
We are pleased that the cooperation between BMW and Toyota has entered a new phase. Our achievements to date confirm that both companies share the same passion for cars and an openness to exploring and testing various technologies that will bring us closer to achieving carbon neutrality. Based on these common values, we will deepen our cooperation and accelerate joint activities with partners from various industries so that hydrogen becomes a widely available energy source ensuring the stable development of society as soon as possible.
– said Toyota President Koji Sato.